Ocular allergy/inflammation:
Indications for: VOLTAREN OPH SOLN
Post-op inflammation after cataract extraction. Photophobia and pain in corneal refractive surgery.
Adult Dosage:
Cataract surgery: 1 drop 4 times daily beginning 24 hrs post-op for 2 weeks. Corneal refractive surgery: 1–2 drops within the hour prior to surgery, then within 15 minutes post-op, then 4 times daily for up to 3 days.
Children Dosage:
Not established.
VOLTAREN OPH SOLN Warnings/Precautions:
Bleeding tendencies. Complicated or repeat ocular surguries. Corneal defects/denervation. Ocular surface diseases. Rheumatoid arthritis. Diabetes. May delay wound healing. Monitor cornea; discontinue if corneal epithelial breakdown occurs. Should not be used by patients currently wearing soft contact lenses. Monitor refractive stability for 1 year. Pregnancy (Cat.C); avoid during late pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
VOLTAREN OPH SOLN Classification:
NSAID.
VOLTAREN OPH SOLN Interactions:
Caution with medications that prolong bleeding time. Concomitant use of topical steroids may increase potential for healing problems.
Adverse Reactions:
Burning, stinging, dry eye, other ocular effects, increased bleeding (including hyphemas).
Generic Drug Availability:
YES
How Supplied:
Soln—5mL
